Purpose
Students for a National Health Program at Wayne State University is a student-led advocacy organization dedicated to advancing health care as a human right. As the student arm aligned with Physicians for a National Health Program (PNHP), we work to educate, organize, and advocate for a universal, equitable, and publicly financed health care system in Michigan and nationally.
We provide a collaborative space for students interested in health justice, health policy, and structural reform to build advocacy skills, engage in meaningful action, and connect with like-minded peers and mentors.
What We Do
Education & Public Engagement
- Host teach-ins, panels, and discussions on universal health care, Medicare for All, and health equity
- Engage classmates and community members in conversations about health policy and reform
Advocacy & Policy
- Write policy briefs, op-eds, and letters to legislators
- Attend hearings, town halls, and coordinate legislative advocacy days
- Partner with state and local health justice organizations, including MICHUHCAN
Communications
- Create educational content for social media and students
- Recruit students to advocacy campaigns and events
Leadership & Strategy
- Design and lead advocacy campaigns and campus initiatives
- Identify timely policy issues affecting Michigan communities
- Build coalitions with other student and community organizations
Networking & Community Building
- Provide mentorship and leadership opportunities for students interested in advocacy/single-payer health systems
- Connect members with other students, physicians, and health policy advocates working in health justice
Get Involved
SNaHP at Wayne State is open to all students. Whether you’re curious about health reform, passionate about social justice, or looking for hands-on advocacy experience, there is a place for you here. No prior experience in medicine, policy or advocacy required.
Join Students for a National Health Program: https://pnhp.salsalabs.org/JoinSNaHP/index.html
Physicians for a National Health Program: https://pnhp.org/
Contact MICHUHCAN to connect with the Students for a National Health Program group at Wayne State University!